Korda Looks to Repeat at Amundi Evian Championship

Opening Round Setback

Korda opened the tournament with a three‑over 74, leaving her 11 strokes behind leader Aki Iwai. The round included two birdies, three bogeys and a double bogey at the first hole. She fell from an early 1‑under start to even parity by the end, showing the uphill battle she faces.

History of Heroics at the U.S. Women’s Open

Five weeks ago Korda began the U.S. Women’s Open with a 73 (+2) and found herself seven shots off the lead. She responded with 67, 67 and 69 to claim a one‑stroke victory, her second straight major after winning The Chevron Championship in April. That wire‑to‑wire triumph set up the current chase.

Why a Third Major Matters

Securing a title in France would be Korda’s third major of the season, boosting her toward a career Grand Slam under LPGA rules. Winning four of the five current majors also earns her a spot in the LPGA Hall of Fame based on points. The milestone would underscore her rapid rise in the game.

Past Performances at Evian

In nine prior appearances at the Amundi Evian Championship Korda has broken into the top ten twice. She posted a tie for eighth in 2022 and a tie for ninth in 2023, indicating she can still produce strong results when conditions align. These finishes highlight her ability to adapt to the demanding Evian course.

Despite the daunting gap, Korda’s track record of dramatic turnarounds suggests the field should watch closely as she bids to rewrite the leaderboard on the final day. She has already shown she can overturn large deficits, most notably at the U.S. Women’s Open earlier this year. If she can replicate that intensity on the back nine, the gap to Iwai could shrink dramatically.